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Sharp is using CES to demonstrate its powerful IGZO (Indium Gallium Zinc Oxide) displays that are already used in several Sharp smartphones sold in Japan. We know these screens are pretty impressive as they not only deliver great colors, but are also power-efficient, using up to 90% less energy than other technologies out there (except e-ink but that’s not usable as a smartphone’s main screen). In addition, what also makes this technology unique is its ability to continue to show image on the screen even after turning off the power of a device.
Apparently Apple may be interested to use IGZO displays in its upcoming products, including the iPhone and iPad. It is said that Cupertino-based company has already talked with Sharp in the past but at that point the technology just wasn’t there; or Sharp couldn’t made enough IGZO panels to meet demand for Apple’s product. Things are changing now and as far as we know the next iDevice could come with one of these screens… or not. This is still in the “rumor” phase, after all. 
[Via: AppleInsider]
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Dusan has been using smartphones since their introduction and is now following the latest trends in the industry. The "convergence" is what he's most excited about, and writing about it is the next logical thing to do. He thinks that using a smartphone is what everyone who cares about their time should do. In addition to his interests in mobile phones, Dusan also loves to experiment with the latest web and mobile 2.0 services. The idea of accessing and managing your information from any device no matter where you are simply amazes him. Whether it's an online to-do list, note taking service or a video sharing social network, he's there to try it out. He admits though, he's still searching for the ultimate web-based organizational tool, which "sings" perfectly with the mobile PIM application. Dusan used to run SymbianWatch.com which later became part of IntoMobile. He lives in Serbia, South-East Europe, from where he edits the site on a daily basis.
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